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Time of India
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Dominik Hašek calls Trump 'the weakest president' and Putin 'a criminal' after Kyiv drone attack
NHL legend Dominik Hašek says Trump enabled Putin's attack on Ukraine. (Getty Images) You don't usually expect brutal political takedowns to come from NHL legends, but Dominik Hašek just changed the game. The Hall of Fame goalie, once known for stopping slapshots, is now stopping short of calling Trump a war enabler. After Donald Trump reportedly chatted with Vladimir Putin , Russia launched over 500 drones and missiles into Ukraine's capital, injuring dozens. Hašek's response? A firestorm tweet calling Trump 'the weakest president' and accusing him of helping Putin's 'imperialist goals.' Yeah. This wasn't just shade, it was a direct hit. Dominik Hašek didn't hold back: 'Trump is doing everything he can to help Putin' The timing was too perfect and too horrifying. Just hours after Trump's phone call with Putin, Russian forces unleashed a terrifying assault on Kyiv. Buildings exploded. Children were hurt. Civilians ran for cover. And Dominik Hašek didn't stay quiet. 'The weakest president! @realDonaldTrump chatted with the biggest criminal of the 21st century, Putin, and he immediately sent more than 500 drones and ballistic missiles to the Ukrainian capital, Kiev… Trump is doing everything he can to help Putin in his imperialist goals… Despicable.' This isn't Hašek's first rodeo when it comes to Putin and politics Hašek has been one of the most vocal global athletes speaking out against Russia's invasion of Ukraine since 2022. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Our one of a kind Patented Cold Water Extraction Process Superior Ginseng Undo He's labeled the war 'imperialist,' demanded bans for Russian athletes who stay silent, and directly criticized international sports organizations for giving Putin a platform. He even called out the NHL for 'cowardice' over its continued inclusion of Russian players, saying silence equals support. He says Trump's call emboldened Putin and now kids are suffering The latest drone strike wasn't just any attack, it was one of the largest assaults on Kyiv in months. According to Ukrainian authorities, 539 drones and 11 ballistic missiles were launched, causing massive destruction and multiple injuries, including children. For Hašek, that kind of horror isn't accidental, it's the consequence of weak leadership. 'Trump has proven more than once that he is indifferent to the Ukrainian people,' Hašek wrote. 'Despicable.' Things got darker: Russian officials reportedly threatened Hašek for speaking up Earlier this year, Hašek revealed that Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's former president had allegedly sent him death threats in response to his activism. In one chilling message, Medvedev reportedly hinted that Hašek should take his own life. The Czech government took it seriously. Prime Minister Petr Fiala publicly backed Hašek, condemning the threats and offering him protection. But instead of backing down, Hašek went louder, filing formal complaints and urging the IOC and NHL to stop giving Russia a global stage. This isn't just a former athlete popping off on social media. Hašek is leading a charge demanding accountability from sports leagues, politicians, and fans. He's not trying to win popularity points. He's calling Trump 'despicable.' He's calling Putin 'the biggest criminal of the 21st century.' And he's pushing the sports world to wake up and pick a side. Also read - Carolina Hurricanes fans react to Brent Burns' retirement with emotional tributes For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Chicago Tribune
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Chicago Tribune
Czech leaders condemn ‘absolutely unacceptable' Russian threats against NHL great Dominik Hašek
PRAGUE — Czech leaders have condemned threats made by a former Russian president and prime minister against NHL great Dominik Hašek for his critical stance of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Dmitry Medvedev, who is currently deputy head of Russia's Security Council chaired by President Vladimir Putin, said through his assistant that Hašek suffered from 'Russophobia,' should be careful while crossing roads and should not drink beer in unverified places. The remarks, which included advice for the Hockey Hall of Fame goaltender to see a psychiatrist, were published by the TASS news agency on Tuesday. Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala said on X that such threats are 'absolutely unacceptable.' He added that they were not surprising but cannot be ignored because Medvedev is not a private person. 'Medvedev is once again behaving as a primitive,' Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský said on Wednesday. 'This time attacking NHL legend Dominik Hašek simply for speaking the truth — the truth about Russia's war and the misuse of sports in promoting it. Such intimidation may be normal in Putin's Russia, not in the civilized world!' Hašek has been a vocal critic of the war and the participation of Russian athletes at international competitions and leagues, including the NHL, saying that only promotes the war against Ukraine and enables human suffering. He also criticized the NHL for allowing Alex Ovechkin to break Wayne Gretzky's record of 894 goals. In his comments on the record, Medvedev said that Hašek's suicide can be expected. Hašek sent a note to the International Olympic Committee and the International Ice Hockey Federation to inform them that 'former Russian President Medvedev threatened to kill me.' Czech Interior Minister Vít Rakušan said Hašek will receive the necessary protection if needed.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Dominik Hašek Accuses High-Ranking Russian Politician Of Threatening His Life
Czech hall-of-fame goaltender Dominik Hašek has never been one to hide his opinions and has been relentless over the past few years in his condemnation of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and those who support it – explicitly or implicitly – and influential Russian politicians have apparently taken notice. Not surprisingly, he was heavily critical of Alexander Ovechkin and the NHL's promotion of him in the lead-up to his breaking Wayne Gretzky's career NHL goal record, tweeting on April 5 – the day before Ovechkin broke the record – that the NHL 'bears enormous responsibility for the hundreds of thousands (maybe millions) of people killed and maimed in the Russian war in Ukraine.' According to Czech media, former Russian president and prime minister and Dmitri Medvedev, who is currently deputy chairman to the Russian security council, lashed out at Hašek in the aftermath of Ovechkin's record-breaking goal in a social media post that Hašek has interpreted as a death threat. '895 – the result of a great Russian player,' Medvedev reportedly posted on Telegram, adding: 'P.S. We are waiting for the suicide of the crazy Czech Hašek.' 'Yes, I read that,' Hašek told Zdeněk Janda of when asked about Medvedev's post. 'This person is clearly publicly threatening me with murder.' Hašek went on to criticize the Czech government and several other national and international organizations for failing to respond, and said that he planned to write a letter to the Czech Ministry of the Interior. Dominik Hašek condemns Paris Olympics over participation of Russian athletes The Opening Ceremonies of the 2024 Summer Olympics take place on Friday in Paris. There will be no Russian or Belarusian athletes in the parade of nations and their respective National Olympic Committees have been banned by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) due to the 2022 invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing war. However, 32 athletes from those countries will participate without flags in various sports during these Olympic Games as 'Individual Neutral Athletes.' 'In essence, they are sending a message to the criminal Russian regime that Russia can continue making similar threats against citizens of other countries without the slightest problem,' he said. In the past, Hašek has used the occasions of former Detroit Red Wings teammate Pavel Datsyuk's hall-of-fame induction, the opening ceremonies of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris and a pair of NHL regular-season games in Prague featuring the Buffalo Sabres to publicly express his opinions. Hašek said that, despite his history of rattling feathers with his public comments, this is the first time that he's felt personally threatened in response. 'No, I have never received them before – this was the first,' he said. 'On the contrary, I feel a lot of support from both (Czech) people and people from other countries. It is mutual and I appreciate it very much.' Dominik Hašek Again Speaks Out On X: Every NHL Goal, Assist, Save, Hit An 'Advertisement For The Atrocities That The Russians Commit In The War!' On the eve of the start of the 2023-24 season between the New Jersey Devils and the team he spent the most significant part of his hall-of-fame career, the Buffalo Sabres, former goaltender Dominik Hašek made it clear that he won't be in Prague – about an hour away from his hometown of Pardubice.
